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Atlanta Public School’s have been making a lot of progress over the past year at some levels, but they still seem to be mired in bureaucracy and real changes seem to be only happening on a school by school basis. The “who screams loudest gets what they want” mentally is in full force which is […]

On May 31st the Vice unit concluded a two week investigation into the Metro Mart located at 1919 Metropolitan Parkway in Zone 3. Complaints were received that counterfeit merchandise was being sold there along with marijuana. A search warrant was obtained for the location, including 17 individual booths. Vice, License and Permits and APEX K-9 […]

The Creatives Project, an outreach program run by CVM neighbor Neda Abghari, have been working with the children of Perkerson Elementary to design and paint a mural for the main atrium of Perkerson Elementary. Resident artists MAO and Brandon Sadler have been instrumental in the year long project. The Perkerson Elementary community aims to create […]

Just a reminder that our neighborhood will have a chance to vote for a new Atlanta Board of Education member in the election in November. Whether you have children or not it is important for you to educate yourself on the candidates running and get out and vote. An active Board Members means that we […]

Perkerson Elementary is accepting applications for the English/Spanish Dual Immersion Language Program for the Kindergarten class for next year. Official information about this program can be found on the Atlanta Public Schools website at http://www.atlanta.k12.ga.us//Domain/7412 What is dual language immersion? Language immersion is an educational approach in which students are taught the curriculum content through […]

On the first Friday of every month, Capitol View, Capitol View Manor, and Sylvan Hills host the First Friday Potluck. Each month, one resident in our neighborhoods open up there house to neighbors to come out and socialize with each other. It usually starts at 7PM and all you have to bring is a drink […]

CVNA August Monthly Meeting September 20th 2012 Meeting called to order at 7:05 pm About 25 people in attendance Last month’s minutes accepted (Meeting outside due to Perkerson Rec locked) President’s Report (Paul) Several announcements for the community please see the agenda for details. Great things going on at Perkerson Elementary. Paul is starting a […]

CVNA August Monthly Meeting August 16th 2012 Meeting called to order at 7:05 pm About 16 people in attendance Last month’s minutes accepted President’s Report (Paul) Popsicles in the park was successful:150 to 200 attendees. Thanks to volunteers and attendees. Joyce Shepard’s office handed out school supplies. Plans for hotdogs and kickball event in the […]

CVNA Monthly Meeting June 21st 2012 Meeting called to order at 7:07 pm About 23 people in attendance Last month’s minutes accepted Motion to let APD go first passed Sgt Crowder djcrowder@atlantaga.gov Crime Supression Unit Zone 3 Crime and arrest stats left at table Q: Would like to be able to attend court dates for […]